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The Princess Diaries

Name: The Princess Diaries
Director: Garry Marshall
Genre: Comedy, Family, Romance
Released: 2001-01-01
Duration: 115 min
Rating: 7.0
Cast: Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Heather Matarazzo, Caroline Goodall, Héctor Elizondo

2001Dir. Garry Marshall1h 55m

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Runtime1h 55m

Released2001

Budget$37M

Box office$165.3M

DirectorGarry Marshall

About This Movie

The Princess Diaries is a charming blend of comedy and coming-of-age moments, with Garry Marshall's direction bringing a light-heartedness that feels genuine. Anne Hathaway, in her breakout role, embodies Mia's awkwardness perfectly, while Julie Andrews infuses the character of Queen Clarisse with warmth and a bit of regal sass. The pacing is breezy, making it an easy watch, with a nice balance of humor and heart. It's interesting how the film plays with the idea of identity and belonging, especially in a teenage context. The practical effects and set designs create a lovely sense of place, even if some of the CGI looks a bit dated now. Overall, it’s a pleasant little film that captures the trials of adolescence with a royal twist.

Released on August 3, 2001, by Disney.Shot on location in San Francisco and various European sets.Music by John Debney, featuring a mix of pop and orchestral.Anne Hathaway's first leading role in a feature film.